Monthly Archives: January 2014

The true cost of cycling

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Vicki

Everyone knows that cycling is much cheaper than using a car. Not only are the initial purchase costs far less, the ongoing running costs of cycling are negligible in comparison to running a car. What is not always considered, are … Continue reading →

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Bicycle photography using an iPhone

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Vicki

I don’t have a proper camera, I just use my iPhone for my blog photos. And I have no traning in photography, but in the interests of making this blog look better, I have taught myself a few things about … Continue reading →

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Some easy fixes in Newcastle’s cycling infrastructure

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Vicki

There are black spots in the infrastructure here which can easily, and relatively cheaply,  be altered to provide a much better cycling transport system. The above photo shows the stairs which connect the upper and lower levels of Carrington Parade … Continue reading →

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Riding the new shared paths in Adamstown

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Vicki

The footpath along Glebe Road/St James Road in Adamstown has been widened on the northern side to provide a shared path for cyclists and pedestrians. As I often used to ride on the former footpath, I was very interested to … Continue reading →

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